Experts in the trade, Concrete Hire, share their four essential tips about using a concrete grinder (that no-one ever told you).

Anyone working with concrete and/or masonry products must ensure they stay safe from concrete dust. This is a hazardous by-product that’s expelled into the air any time the integrity of concrete is disturbed.

Stripping floors has a reputation of being back-breaking drudgery.  But it’s an unfair reputation especially given that fast, easy-to-operate and highly effective self-propelled machines are available which make short work of even the toughest stripping jobs.

Trip hazards on concrete aren’t only a pain, they can be downright dangerous. This applies for both private property and areas where members of the public have access. But thankfully it’s possible to get rid of them using a concrete grinder. And, even better, it’s something that can be done by anyone who fancies turning their hand to it – as long as you use the correct equipment.

There’s no getting away from the fact that concreting tools have a hard time of it. But, as the saying goes, ‘when the going gets tough…’.

Durability of tools is an essential aspect when considering the purchase of what is essentially your bread and butter.

Let’s be honest, cutting concrete (or at least, cutting it well) is a challenge. And that applies to the professional, as well as the enthusiastic DIYer. Add in the fact that you only get one chance to get it right and it becomes clear why it’s a task that strikes fear into many – especially the perfectionists out there.

A concrete grinder isn’t only a tool for the professional builder. Keen DIYer’s and those with a penchant for carrying out much of their own home improvements can easily master such a piece of equipment. A grinder is exactly what’s needed to spruce up a concrete surface, or perhaps when an areas needs to be roughened in order to apply a finish.

Whatever the reason for using a concrete grinder, these 4 easy steps will have you a-smoothing and a-grinding within no time at all…

When applying grout, it’s imperative that the correct equipment is used in order to fill all gaps and penetrate into all vacant spaces to give the finished product the required strength, durability and waterproofing qualities.  The correct application of grout is also essential.

Concrete is tough.  It’s made to last.  It’s made to take a beating and still stand up strong, stable and resilient.  It’s not meant to give in easily.

Whether you’re a one-person builder or a major national construction company, you’ll face the same questions and choices about whether to hire or buy your equipment.

There are pros and cons to both sides of the argument and it’s important to work out the usage ratios for the equipment that your business uses and what’s best for your unique operation.  

Many people mistakenly believe that a concrete grinder and a concrete scarifier do the same job, and that when it comes to preparing concrete surfaces, it’s possible to use either one or the other.

But they actually perform very different functions and the key to a quality outcome is to select the most appropriate tool for that particular application.

When it comes to concrete drilling, your choice of equipment is the number one factor in determining the outcome of the project. 

It’s a simple equation.  Speed + efficiency = profitability. 

Many organisations use the Christmas holiday period to spruce up their workplaces or to undertake necessary maintenance.

And because the workplace is generally empty during this period, many businesses seize the opportunity to tackle larger scale projects like cleaning or upgrading the walls, floors and carparks because the job won’t impact the operation or disrupt productivity.

As clichéd as it sounds, having the right equipment for the job saves time, effort and money.  It’s that simple.

If you’ve got a construction project to complete - be it a DIY job at home or a major commercial undertaking - making sure that you’ve got the right professional-grade equipment at your disposal will help you meet expectations in terms of quality, price and timing.

Many contractors and property owners choose shot-blasting to clean and prepare their existing concrete, steel and asphalt surfaces because the process is fast, efficient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

Shotblasting is one of the oldest and most economical methods of levelling and preparing a concrete floor but, as with any concrete preparation method, some important points should be noted before embarking on any project.

Whether you’re building a new home, renovating an office or planning an industrial space, choosing the flooring is a big decision on many levels.

Flooring involves a sizeable area which means there’s nowhere for a wrong decision to hide.  It’s also a sizeable financial investment so you don’t want to go down the wrong path there either - and plus, there’s the big question of maintenance and performance.   

Whether in a home, a workplace, a retail space or anywhere in between, a concrete floor is anything but dull when it has been polished to reveal its brilliant best.  Continue reading to learn some of the reasons why you should consider polished concrete flooring:

Whether you’re in the construction business, the demolition business or anywhere in between - renting concrete equipment offers some clear advantages.

Ever stopped to think just how important your garage is?   We keep some of our most valued possessions in our garages including our cars, boats, bicycles, golf clubs and power tools.  Some of us store important documents and items of enormous sentimental value in our garages - and some of our precious dogs even call the garage ‘home’.